12-inch gilt dial plate with finely cast and chased floral scroll and musical trophy spandrels, enamel time dial signed Fras. Perigal, Royal Exchange, London, the arch with enamel subsidiary date and chime/not chime dials, the substantial three train movement with six knopped pillars, anchor escapement, the pendulum with lenticular bob and graduated rating nut, altered quarter chiming on a nest of eight bells and striking on a further bell, the case with concave-sided cresting and gilt-brass flambeau finials, foliate frieze frets, stop-fluted gilt-capped hood pillars, shaped trunk door flanked by stop-fluted gilt-capped corners, the panelled plinth with moulded base 

Dial gilding in good condition, enamel time dial has a crack from between III and V towards the centre, date and chime/silent dial have edge chips, good original hands. Movement is complete but has later 19th century alterations to the strike hammer position and replaced bell, replaced quarter chiming hammers and bells, it is very much in need of a clean and service. Case in generally good original condition, some losses to frets, other minor old marks, gilt mounts are dirty. With pendulum, three brass-cased weights, winder and three case keys.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."

Francis Perigal was born in London in 1734, the son of Francis Perigal, clockmaker of Threadneedle Street and Royal exchange. He was apprenticed in 1748 and was Free of the Clockmakers' Company between 1756 and his death in 1775.